My friend and next door neighbor has two of these Egyptian Sphynx cats, Rupert (Boo-Boo) and Noni. They are great cats! So affectionate and sweet, intelligent and funny. They feel like suede when you pet them -- not gross at all, but warm and soft. They love to talk and fly through the air, so go outside and roll in the dirt. Noni also loves to swim with my friend when he's taking a bath.